Airfix 1/72 Albatros D.Va

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Migrant

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Posted 1451417304	Reply with quote #1

The ancient 60s Airfix kit with a few upgrades – a re-shaped wing/centre section, new radiator, engine, cockpit and various other details. Rigged with EZ Line. __________________ Mike G Calgary, Canada
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M.Brindos

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Posted 1451423587	Reply with quote #2

Freaking GORGEOUS, Mike. Just gorgeous! How did you achieve the wood grain effects?
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Migrant

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Posted 1451435580	Reply with quote #3

Thanks Mike. The woodgrain is just brown acrylic mixed with a glazing agent (to thin it and slow down drying time), coarsely brushed over a pale yellow base. Once dry I airbrushed over it all with a brown ink, which darkens it and unifies the colour. It's a really easy technique but quite effective. __________________ Mike G Calgary, Canada
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Jamone2

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Posted 1451527520	Reply with quote #4

Another clean excellent model. Very nice. __________________ Regards Thomas On the Bench: P-47 "Dottie Mae" GB 1/32 or larger Revell 1/48 Boeing Stearman on hold Hobby Boss F-84f (Honoring my Dad) on hold
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Migrant

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Posted 1451621462	Reply with quote #5

Thank you Thomas! __________________ Mike G Calgary, Canada
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bish459

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Posted 1451644929	Reply with quote #6

Great model,especially the rigging! I think if I tried that in 1/72,my swearbox would be overflowing! Happy New year to you, Bish
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vdbo76

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Posted 1452633889	Reply with quote #7

Oh wow, how could I missed this amazing build. Absolutely flawless and stunning, love it! You have amazing skills, very impressive! __________________ Fabian Amsterdam, The Netherlands https://www.instagram.com/vdbo76/
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nigel56

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Posted 1452647702	Reply with quote #8

I agree, this is a beautiful build. Amazing skill and technique. .and all at 1:72 scale...impressive.
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Migrant

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Posted 1452693194	Reply with quote #9

Thanks for your kind comments Bish, Fabian and Nigel __________________ Mike G Calgary, Canada
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ianprice

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Posted 1457031813	Reply with quote #10

Another stunner Mike and what a beauty she is. This is one of them models that makes you keep coming back to admire it. Just stunning. __________________ Cheers Ian To see more photo's have a look on my Flickr page. http://www.flickr.com/photos/ecirpnai/albums
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Choppa Nutta

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Posted 1457738900	Reply with quote #11

I had to do a double check on the scale, only 1/72nd ! really sweet and one of favorite WW1 aircraft of all time __________________ May The Farce Be With You ! Paul... Gallery http://genessis-models.websitetoolbox.com/post/a-gallery-of-my-art-other-endeavours-with-video-links-8037830?&trail=15
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